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A resolution calling for the immediate release of Brittney Griner, a citizen of the United States, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in February 2022.
12/29/2022, 6:48 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 716
Bill 117 S.Res.716 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling for the immediate release of Brittney Griner, a US citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in February 2022. The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights and freedoms of American citizens abroad and condemns the unjust detention of Griner. It urges the Russian government to release Griner and allow her to return to the United States. The resolution also calls on the US government to take all necessary steps to secure Griner's release and ensure her safe return home. Overall, the resolution seeks to bring attention to Griner's situation and advocate for her swift release from detention in Russia.
Congressional Summary of SRES 716
This resolution calls on the Russian government to immediately release Brittney Griner.
The resolution urges the United States, in all interactions with the Russian government, to raise the case of Brittney Griner and to press for her release.
The resolution further urges the Russian government to provide consular access to Brittney Griner while she remains in detention and to respect her human rights.
Finally, the resolution expresses support to the family of Brittney Griner and a commitment to bringing her home.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 716
Bill SRES 716 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 21, 2022. Bill SRES 716 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on July 21, 2022. Bill SRES 716's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3613) as of July 21, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 716
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
62Democrat Cosponsors
56Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 716
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 716
A resolution calling for the immediate release of Brittney Griner, a citizen of the United States, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in February 2022.
A resolution calling for the immediate release of Brittney Griner, a citizen of the United States, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in February 2022.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 716
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